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Section	Page
2011 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Preface	3
Canadian Owners	3
Index	3
Safety Warnings and Symbols	4
Vehicle Symbols	4
In Brief	7
Instrument Panel	8
Initial Drive Information	10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	10
Remote Vehicle Start	10
Door Locks	11
Trunk Release	11
Windows	12
Seat Adjustment	12
Memory Features	14
Heated Seats	15
Heated and Ventilated Seats	15
Head Restraint Adjustment	16
Safety Belts	16
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag	17
Mirror Adjustment	17
Steering Wheel Adjustment	18
Interior Lighting	19
Exterior Lighting	19
Windshield Wiper/Washer	20
Climate Controls	20
Vehicle Features	21
Radio(s)	21
Satellite Radio	22
Portable Audio Devices (Auxiliary Input or USB Port)	23
Steering Wheel Controls	23
Bluetooth®	24
Navigation System	24
Driver Information Center (DIC)	24
Cruise Control	25
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)	26
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)	26
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	27
Power Outlets	27
Universal Remote System	27
Performance and Maintenance	28
Traction Control System (TCS)	28
StabiliTrak® System	28
Tire Pressure Monitor	28
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	29
Engine Oil Life System	29
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	29
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	29
Roadside Assistance Program	30
OnStar®	30
Seats and Restraint System	33
Head Restraints	34
Front Seats	35
Power Seats	35
Power Lumbar	36
Heated Seats	36
Heated and Ventilated Seats	38
Memory Seat and Mirrors	39
Reclining Seatbacks	41
Center Seat	43
Rear Seats	44
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door	44
Safety Belts	44
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	44
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	49
Lap-Shoulder Belt	58
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	63
Lap Belt	64
Safety Belt Extender	65
Child Restraints	65
Older Children	65
Infants and Young Children	68
Child Restraint Systems	71
Where to Put the Restraint	73
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	74
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	81
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position	83
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	84
Airbag System	87
Where Are the Airbags?	89
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	92
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	93
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	94
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	94
Passenger Sensing System	96
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	100
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	101
Restraint System Check	102
Checking the Restraint Systems	102
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	103
Features and Controls	105
Keys	107
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	108
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	108
Remote Vehicle Start	111
Doors and Locks	113
Door Locks	113
Power Door Locks	113
Delayed Locking	114
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	114
Rear Door Security Locks	115
Lockout Protection	115
Trunk	116
Windows	118
Power Windows	119
Sun Visors	120
Theft-Deterrent Systems	120
Content Theft-Deterrent	120
PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer	121
PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation	121
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	123
New Vehicle Break-In	123
Ignition Positions	123
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	125
Starting the Engine	125
Engine Coolant Heater	127
Automatic Transmission Operation	128
Parking Brake	130
Shifting Into Park	131
Shifting Out of Park	132
Parking Over Things That Burn	133
Engine Exhaust	134
Running the Vehicle While Parked	134
Mirrors	135
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	135
Compass	136
Outside Power Mirrors	137
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	137
Park Tilt Mirrors	138
Outside Convex Mirror	138
Outside Heated Mirrors	138
Object Detection Systems	139
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	139
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)	140
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)	144
Universal Home Remote System	146
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED)	146
Storage Areas	153
Glove Box	153
Cupholders	153
Front Storage Area	153
Center Console Storage	153
Center Flex Storage Unit	153
Floor Mats	154
Rear Seat Armrest	155
Convenience Net	155
Sunroof	155
Instrument Panel	157
Instrument Panel Overview	159
Hazard Warning Flashers	159
Horn	159
Tilt Wheel	159
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column	160
Heated Steering Wheel	160
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	160
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	161
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	161
Flash-to-Pass	161
Windshield Wipers	162
Windshield Washer	163
Cruise Control	163
Exterior Lamps	166
Wiper Activated Headlamps	167
Headlamps on Reminder	167
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	167
Fog Lamps	168
Cornering Lamps	168
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	168
Instrument Panel Brightness	168
Courtesy Lamps	169
Entry Lighting	169
Delayed Entry Lighting	169
Theater Dimming	169
Delayed Exit Lighting	169
Perimeter Lighting	169
Front Reading Lamps	169
Electric Power Management	170
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver	170
Battery Run-Down Protection	171
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	171
Ashtray(s)	172
Climate Controls	172
Climate Control System	172
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	176
Outlet Adjustment	181
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	181
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	183
Instrument Panel Cluster	184
Speedometer and Odometer	185
Trip Odometer	185
Tachometer	185
Safety Belt Reminders	185
Airbag Readiness Light	186
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	187
Charging System Light	188
Brake System Warning Light	188
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	189
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	190
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light	190
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light	191
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	192
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	192
Tire Pressure Light	193
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	193
Oil Pressure Light	196
Security Light	196
Front Fog Lamp Light	196
Cruise Control Light	197
Highbeam On Light	197
Fuel Gauge	197
Driver Information Center (DIC)	198
DIC Operation and Displays	198
DIC Compass	203
DIC Warnings and Messages	205
DIC Vehicle Customization	214
Audio System(s)	223
Setting the Clock	224
Radio(s)	225
Using an MP3	234
XM Radio Messages	240
Navigation/Radio System	241
Bluetooth®	242
Theft-Deterrent Feature	250
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	250
Radio Reception	253
Backglass Antenna	253
XM Satellite Radio Antenna System	254
Driving Your Vehicle	255
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle	256
Defensive Driving	256
Drunk Driving	256
Control of a Vehicle	257
Braking	257
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	258
Braking in Emergencies	259
StabiliTrak® System	259
Traction Control System (TCS)	260
Magnetic Ride Control	261
Steering	262
Off-Road Recovery	263
Passing	264
Loss of Control	264
Driving at Night	265
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	266
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	267
Highway Hypnosis	267
Hill and Mountain Roads	268
Winter Driving	269
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	271
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	271
Loading the Vehicle	272
Towing	277
Towing Your Vehicle	277
Recreational Vehicle Towing	277
Towing a Trailer	279
Service and Appearance Care	287
Service	289
Accessories and Modifications	289
California Proposition 65 Warning	290
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	290
Doing Your Own Service Work	290
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle	291
Fuel	291
Gasoline Octane	292
Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only)	292
California Fuel	292
Additives	293
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	293
Fuels in Foreign Countries	295
Filling the Tank	295
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	297
Checking Things Under the Hood	298
Hood Release	299
Engine Compartment Overview	300
Engine Oil	304
Engine Oil Life System	308
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	309
Automatic Transmission Fluid	310
Cooling System	313
Engine Coolant (4.6L Engine)	314
Engine Coolant (3.9L Engine)	317
Engine Overheating	321
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	323
Power Steering Fluid	323
Windshield Washer Fluid	324
Brakes	325
Battery	328
Jump Starting	330
Headlamp Aiming	335
Bulb Replacement	338
Halogen Bulbs	338
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps	338
Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps	340
License Plate Lamp	341
Replacement Bulbs	341
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	341
Tires	343
Tire Sidewall Labeling	344
Tire Terminology and Definitions	347
Inflation - Tire Pressure	350
Tire Pressure Monitor System	351
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	352
Tire Inspection and Rotation	356
When It Is Time for New Tires	357
Buying New Tires	358
Different Size Tires and Wheels	360
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	361
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	362
Wheel Replacement	362
Tire Chains	364
If a Tire Goes Flat	364
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	366
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage	373
Changing a Flat Tire	374
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	375
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	376
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	382
Compact Spare Tire	383
Appearance Care	384
Interior Cleaning	384
Fabric/Carpet	385
Leather	386
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	387
Care of Safety Belts	387
Weatherstrips	387
Washing Your Vehicle	388
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	388
Finish Care	388
Windshield and Wiper Blades	389
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	390
Tires	391
Sheet Metal Damage	391
Finish Damage	391
Underbody Maintenance	391
Chemical Paint Spotting	392
Vehicle Identification	392
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	392
Service Parts Identification Label	393
Electrical System	393
Add-On Electrical Equipment	393
Power Windows and Other Power Options	393
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	394
Underhood Fuse Block	394
Rear Underseat Fuse Block	396
Capacities and Specifications	402
Maintenance Schedule	405
Introduction	406
Scheduled Maintenance	407
Owner Checks and Services	410
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	412
Maintenance Replacement Parts	414
Engine Drive Belt Routing	415
Maintenance Record	416
Customer Assistance Information	419
Customer Assistance and Information	420
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	420
Online Owner Center	422
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	423
Customer Assistance Offices	423
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	424
Roadside Assistance Program	425
Scheduling Service Appointments	427
Courtesy Transportation Program	427
Collision Damage Repair	429
Reporting Safety Defects	431
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	431
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	432
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	432
Service Publications Ordering Information	432
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	434
Event Data Recorders	434
OnStar®	435
Navigation System	436
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	436
Radio Frequency Statement	436
Index	437
Index_A	437
Index_B	438
Index_C	438
Index_D	440
Index_E	441
Index_F	441
Index_G	442
Index_H	442
Index_I	443
Index_J	443
Index_K	443
Index_L	443
Index_M	444
Index_N	445
Index_O	445
Index_P	445
Index_R	446
Index_S	447
Index_T	448
Index_U	450
Index_V	450
Index_W	450

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